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Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Comparison - Dog breed selector: Australian Cattle Dog or Corgi or Västgötaspets? Find the right dog for you

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Name Blue Heeler Pembroke Welsh Corgi Swedish Vallhund
OriginsAustralia flagAustralia Wales flagWales Sweden flagSweden
Group Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs Pastoral / Herding Dogs
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Australian Cattle Dog
Cattle Dog
Queensland Heeler
Red Heeler
Corgi
Pem
Pembroke
Västgötaspets
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Which is the smallest dog, Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Medium Small Medium
Weight
Which is heavier, Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Pembroke Welsh Corgi? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund weight comparison:
30-62 pounds (13-28 kg) Male: 24-31 pounds (10-14 kg), Female: 24-28 pounds (11-13 kg) 25-35 pounds (11-15 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
46 pounds (20.5 kg) Male: 27.5 pounds (12 kg), Female: 26 pounds (12 kg) 30 pounds (13 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund height comparison:
Male: 17-20 inches (43-51 cm), Female: 17-19 inches (43-48 cm) Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) 12-16 inches (30-40 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 18.5 inches (47 cm), Female: 18 inches (45.5 cm) Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) 14 inches (35 cm)

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Which is more expensive?
$400-$800 $1000-$2000 $500-$600
Availability
Which is easier to get, Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Very frequent: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is quite easy to get.
Frequent: The Swedish Vallhund is easier than average to get.

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund intelligence:
Smart: The Blue Heeler dogs have great intelligence.
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Very smart: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is an excellent dog breed.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund trainability comparison.
Blue Heeler dogs are easy to train.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite easy to train.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Blue Heeler dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average watchdogs.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs are good watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Blue Heeler dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are extremely protective guard dogs.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs are not the best to protect their territory.
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Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund behavior/temperament comparison:
Active
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Hard working
Resourceful
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Lively
Going
Cheerful
Energetic
Alert
Friendly
Fearless
Watchful
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund?
Slightly Below Average: Blue Heeler dogs may seem unfriendly sometimes due to their independence.
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High: Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Swedish Vallhund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund social needs comparison:
Blue Heeler dogs are kinda antisocial.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are a social breed.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs are a social breed.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
The wanderlust potential of the Blue Heeler is strong enough to escape from home.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Blue Heeler dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund playfulness comparison:
The Blue Heeler is a highly playful breed.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a playful breed.
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Average: Swedish Vallhunds, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund?
Low to Average: The Blue Heeler rarely barks.
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A lot: Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a particularly loud breed.
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Average to High: The Swedish Vallhund is a vocal breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Not an apartment-friendly dog the Blue Heeler breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed.
It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Swedish Vallhund indoors.

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Average: Blue Heeler dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Swedish Vallhund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Blue Heeler dogs handle alone time quite well.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.
Swedish Vallhund dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Blue Heeler bite force: Ordinary.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Pembroke Welsh Corgi bite force: Weak.

Between 200 and 400 PSI

Swedish Vallhund bite force: Ordinary.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Blue Heeler has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Swedish Vallhund has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund mouthiness comparison:
Blue Heeler dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund health comparison. Which is the healthier: Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund?
Blue Heelers are commonly healthy dogs.
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Swedish Vallhunds tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund health problems comparison:
No data available Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Patent Ductus Arteriosis
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Von Willebrand's Disease
Epilepsy
Intervertebral Disk Disease
Retinal Dysplasia
Degenerative Myelopathy
Cystinuria
Hip Dysplasia
Patellar Luxation
Heart Problems
Retinal Dysplasia
Skin Allergies
Spina Befida
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Rare
The Blue Heeler should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
Average
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Frequent
The Swedish Vallhund should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Life Expectancy
Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund lifespan comparison. How long do Blue Heeler, Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Swedish Vallhund breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
11-15 years
The average lifespan of Blue Heeler: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Pembroke Welsh Corgi: 13 years
12-14 years
The average lifespan of Swedish Vallhund: 13 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund?
Tolerates warm and cold weather
Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Pembroke Welsh Corgi can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Prefers average to cold weather conditions
The Swedish Vallhund can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog.
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Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund energy level comparison:
Blue Heeler dogs are high-energy dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are high-energy dogs.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Blue Heeler dogs need a lot of exercises.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Swedish Vallhund dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Blue Heeler dogs don't need too much sleep.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Swedish Vallhund dogs don't need too much sleep.

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
1.5 to 2.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food daily, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund weight gain potential comparison:
Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Blue Heeler's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Pembroke Welsh Corgi's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Swedish Vallhund's weight, he can easily gain weight.
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Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund coat comparison:
Dense Fluffy Thick
Colors
What are the original Blue Heeler, Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Swedish Vallhund color?
Blue
Red speckled
Blue speckled
Blue Mottled
Red Mottled
Red
Fawn
Sable
Black & Tan
Black
Gray
Red
Blue
White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund grooming comparison:
Effortless: The Blue Heeler requires minimal grooming.
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Easy to groom: The Pembroke Welsh Corgi doesn't require a lot of grooming.
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Average: The Swedish Vallhund requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or {name3 shedding:
Blue Heeler dogs shed moderately.
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Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are heavy shedders.
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Swedish Vallhund dogs are heavy shedders.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
4-6 weeks
Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund?

Medium

The Blue Heeler has an average chance of bad smell.

Low 🔽

The Pembroke Welsh Corgi has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Swedish Vallhund has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Blue Heeler is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Pembroke Welsh Corgi is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Swedish Vallhund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Blue Heeler dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Which dog is more friendly?
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund?
Blue Heeler dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Swedish Vallhund dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund?
Yes
Blue Heeler dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Pembroke Welsh Corgi dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Swedish Vallhund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Blue Heeler is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Pembroke Welsh Corgi is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Yes
Swedish Vallhund is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Blue Heelers are not the best breed for elderly people.
Pembroke Welsh Corgis are one of the best breeds for elderly people.
Swedish Vallhunds are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Blue Heeler or Pembroke Welsh Corgi or Swedish Vallhund? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Yes

This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund?

Not really

Blue Heeler breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Swedish Vallhund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Blue Heeler and Pembroke Welsh Corgi and Swedish Vallhund have?
1-7 puppies 6-7 puppies 4-8 puppies

Blue Heeler vs Pembroke Welsh Corgi vs Swedish Vallhund Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1934 as a Herding breed. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2007 as a Herding breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the Nordic Watchdogs and Herders section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
No data available American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
Canadian Canine Registry
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
New Zealand Kennel Club

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